Best 4 Spinach And Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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When you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal, spinach and chicken enchiladas fit the bill. This classic dish combines the goodness of spinach and chicken with spices, cheese, and tortillas. With its vibrant colors, delicious aromas, and rich taste, it's sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a comforting dinner, spinach and chicken enchiladas are an excellent choice.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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If you like spinach and Mexican food, you'll love these easy chicken enchiladas made with ricotta cheese and spinach.

Provided by duboo

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup sliced green onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large cooked chicken breast halves, diced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
5 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 (10 ounce) cans enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir green onions and garlic in butter until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes. Stir chicken, spinach, chili powder, black pepper, and salt into the green onion mixture and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix ricotta cheese, sour cream, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese into chicken mixture until thoroughly combined. Reserve remaining Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheeses for topping.
  • Place tortillas into a plastic bag, seal bag, and microwave on high until warm and soft, 30 to 45 seconds. Spoon about 3/4 cup of chicken filling down the center of each tortilla in a line. Roll tortillas around filling and place with seam sides down into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Pour enchilada sauce over filled enchiladas and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheeses over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is bubbling and cheese topping is browned at the edges, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 112.3 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 43.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 1295.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CHICKEN AND SPINACH ENCHILADAS



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These are excellent enchiladas. Yes, there really is spinach in them! They are very rich and very filling, you will be stuffed. My husband and I got them from my sister-in-law. My husband raved about them and then told me there was spinach in them and wanted me to try them. I told him he was crazy. Well I tried them and they are so good, and I don't even like spinach and he doesn't either. You have to try these!!! You will love them!

Provided by Chef 495452

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese (you can use 1/3 less fat, it still taste great)
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and patted dry (you will use lots of paper towels to get all the water off of them)
4 boneless chicken breasts (or you could use 1 whole chicken, deboned)
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning (or 1-2 tablesppons of homemade taco seasoing which is what I use)
flour tortilla
2 (10 ounce) cans enchilada sauce
shredded cheese (fiesta blend or your choice)

Steps:

  • Boil chicken or bake in oven until fully cooked. Then shred.
  • Drain spinach and use paper towels to towel dry.
  • Mix sour cream, cream cheese, taco seasoning, spinach and chicken.
  • Lay tortillas flat and fill with mixture. Fold and roll. Put all enchiladas in 9 X 13 pan. Cover with enchilada sauce.
  • Bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes. Pull out of oven, top with cheese. Put pan back in oven until cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy! ** Remember these are very filling!

CREAMY CORN AND SPINACH ENCHILADAS WITH CHICKEN



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These are a great way to utilize the rotisserie chickens from the grocery store or leftover cooked chicken. Good way to get some veggies in, too! Use a measuring cup to ensure that the portions are all about the same size.

Provided by sarahbeier

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 3 enchiladas each, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (10 ounce) box frozen creamed spinach, thawed
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 large corn tortillas (6 to 6.5 inches)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3/4 cup green taco sauce or 3/4 cup salsa verde
1/2 cup light sour cream

Steps:

  • Filling: Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until clear.
  • Add chicken, chilies, cayenne and cumin, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in corn, spinach, sour cream, 1 cup monterey jack cheese and salt. Adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Lightly spray a 13x9 inch pan and a piece of aluminum foil big enough to cover it with non-stick spray.
  • Microwave 6 tortillas wrapped in damp paper towels on high about 1 minute, until soft enough to roll. Keep warm during assembly by covering with clean kitchen towel. Place a rounded 1/3 cup filling down each tortilla, roll into a cylinder and place seam side down in pan. Repeat with all 12 tortillas. You will probably have two layers of enchiladas in the pan.
  • For sauce: stir the taco sauce and sour cream together in a small bowl. Pour evenly over enchiladas in pan. Bake, covered with foil for 30 minutes at 350 degrees, sprinkle with cheese and cilantro, and bake uncovered 10 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

CHICKEN AND SPINACH ENCHILADAS!



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I have no idea where I got this recipe. It has been sitting on my desktop for about 3 years, and I didn't try it until last night. If only I had known! This is so yummy! And you can't even tell that it's lowfat!

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 10 enchiladas, 5-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 (16 ounce) carton light sour cream
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chili peppers, drained
10 7-inch flour tortillas
1 cup shredded reduced-fat monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend
1 can black beans
1 jar salsa

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan place chicken in enough water to cover.
  • Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Remove chicken from saucepan.
  • When cool enough to handle, use a fork to shred chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • (You should have about 2-1/2 to 3 cups).
  • Set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine chicken, spinach, and green onions; set aside.
  • In a bowl combine sour cream, yogurt, flour, cumin, and salt.
  • Stir in milk and chili peppers.
  • Divide sauce in half.
  • Set one portion aside.
  • For filling, combine one portion of the sauce and the chicken-spinach mixture.
  • Divide the filling among the tortillas.
  • Roll up tortillas.
  • Place, seam side down, in an ungreased 9x13 rectangular baking dish.
  • (It's ok if you have to cram) Spoon reserved portion of sauce over tortillas.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 350 º oven about 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Heat black beans, and pour a few large spoonfuls of them and desired amount of salsa over each enchilada after putting on plate.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a vibrant green color and crisp leaves. Avoid wilted or yellowed leaves.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. Different cheeses offer different flavors and textures. Some good choices for spinach and chicken enchiladas include cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and queso fresco.
  • Don't skimp on the spices. Spices add flavor and depth to the enchiladas. Be sure to use a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly. Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings. Some good choices include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and Pico de Gallo.

Conclusion:

Spinach and chicken enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make the best spinach and chicken enchiladas possible. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

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